From first aid to curing cancer

Discover how health is interwoven with our busy lives, and what we can do to stop our bodies stopping us. From allergies to heart disease, every day so many people’s lives are affected by medical conditions and we still can’t cure them all.

That’s where you come in.

Whether it’s improving the health of a nation or having a foolproof emergency plan, if you’re passionate about using biology to transform lives, study Medical Sciences with Oxford Summer Courses and make it your mission.

Be it doctors, nurses, paramedics or researchers, the foundation of all modern medicine is a strong team and this course is no exception. Through a bespoke group project based on a real-life scenario you’ll be challenged to create an innovative solution to prevent injury, halt disease spread or return hope to sufferers.

Explore how big events and global issues affect the health and well-being of the population, considering symptom control, past remedies, and potential future breakthroughs. With expert tutors who are highly skilled in the field of medicine and the oldest operating theatre in Europe based in London there will be plenty of opportunity to learn from the past and start making your mark on the future of medicine.

Learn from expert tutors about how to minimise the health issues affecting so many people’s lives

Heart disease is currently killing 17.9 million people each year. Road traffic crashes injure up to 50 million people globally and kill over 1 million more. With all the advances in science and technology, how can we tip the odds in our favour?

You’ll work together to examine the research, talk to experts and form your own ideas to create a sustainable solution. Developed to appeal to both clinical and research interests, our Medical Sciences course delivers a comprehensive project-based, practical approach focusing on different approaches to diagnosis, prevention, and treatment.

You’ll build core professional skills and be able to follow your group’s interests with adaptable learning focused on your aspirations. For greater insight and an in-depth look at your medical dilemma, we’ll work on location in places like The Old Operating Theatre and Bart’s Pathology museum, drawing on advice from experts in the field about the fight between us and our bodies.